Type of Requisition:

Pipeline

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Top Secret/SCI

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Cyber and IT Risk Management

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Information Security Management, Information Security Risk Management, Information Security Standards, Information System Security

Certifications:

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) | Cisco - Cisco, GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC) | Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) - Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC), Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional Certification (GICSP) | Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) - Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC)

Experience:

3 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

SECURITY CONTROL ASSESSOR (SCA) II ~ EVERGREEN
 

The Security Control Assessor (SCA) II is responsible for conducting a comprehensive assessment of the management, operational, and technical security controls employed within or inherited by an IS to determine the overall effectiveness of the controls (i.e., the extent to which the controls are implemented correctly, operating as intended, and producing the desired outcome with respect to meeting the security requirements for the system). SCAs also provide an assessment of the severity of weaknesses or deficiencies discovered in the IS and its environment of operation and recommend corrective actions to address identified vulnerabilities.

Responsibilities will cover Collateral, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Program (SAP) activities within the customer’s area of responsibility.

Performance shall include:

• Perform oversight of the development, implementation and evaluation of IS security program policy; special emphasis placed upon integration of existing SAP network infrastructure

• Perform assessment of ISs, based upon the Risk Management Framework (RMF) methodology in accordance with the Joint Special Access Program (SAP) Implementation Guide (JSIG)

• Advise the Information System Owner (ISO), Information Data Owner (IDO), Program Security

• Officer (PSO), and the Delegated and/or Authorizing Official (DAO/AO) on any assessment and authorization issues

• Evaluate Authorization packages and make recommendation to the AO and/or DAO for authorization

• Evaluate IS threats and vulnerabilities to determine whether additional safeguards are required

• Advise the Government concerning the impact levels for Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability for the information on a system

• Ensure security assessments are completed and results documented and prepare the Security Assessment Report (SAR) for the Authorization boundary

• Initiate a Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) with identified weaknesses for each Authorization Boundaries assessed, based on findings and recommendations from the SAR

• Evaluate security assessment documentation and provide written recommendations for security authorization to the Government

• Discuss recommendation for authorization and submit the security authorization package to the AO/DAO

• Assess proposed changes to Authorization boundaries operating environment and mission needs to determine the continuation to operate.

• Review and concur with all sanitization and clearing procedures in accordance with Government guidance and/or policy

• Assist the Government compliance inspections

• Assist the Government with security incidents that relate to cybersecurity and ensure that the proper and corrective measures have been taken

• Ensure organization are addressing and conducting all phases of the system development life cycle (SDLC)

• Evaluate Hardware and Software to determine security impact that it might have on Authorization boundaries

• Evaluate the effectiveness and implementation of Continuous Monitoring Plans

• Evaluate the differences and have a working knowledge of Information Systems and Network

• Appliances operating at Protection Level 3 (PL3) and Protection Level 4 (PL4)

• Differentiate the differences between the various types of Cross-Domain Solutions (CDS)

• Assist with joint assessments of Cross-Domain Solutions with other DoD agencies

Other Requirements:

• Must be able to regularly lift 50lbs

• Must have expert knowledge of DoD, National and applicable service and agency security policy, manuals and standards Must have the ability to work in a dynamic environment and effectively interact with numerous
  DoD, military/civilian personnel and industry partners

• Mastery of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)

Experience:

• 3+ years related experience in SAP, SCI or Collateral Information Systems (IS) Security and the implementation of regulations identified in the description of duties

• Prior performance in the role of ISSO and ISSM or SCA

• 2+ years SAP experience required

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline OR Associate’s degree in a related area + 2 years’ experience OR equivalent experience (4 years)

Certifications:

• IAT Level III or IAM Level III - within 6 months of hire (CISSP, CASP+ CE, CCNP Security, CISA, etc.)

Clearance Required to Start:

• TS/SCI required

• Must be able to Attain – TS/SCI with CI Polygraph

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● Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
● Flexibility: Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home ***remove if ineligible***
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The likely salary range for this position is $96,569 - $130,651. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

10-25%

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA TX West Lake

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

 

 

Our Identity Verification Process:

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

 

 

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